CHAPTER 99

VALERIE'S POV

As we arrived at the charity ball, I couldn't help but feel a bit nervous. The grand ballroom was filled with people dressed in their finest attire, all of them exuding an air of power and wealth. Stephano took my hand and led me to our table, where his business partners were already seated. They all greeted us with nods and smiles, and I tried my best to be polite and charming. Stephano was right by my side, handling all the business matters effortlessly while still making sure I was comfortable and enjoying myself. The food was delicious, the music was lively, and I even managed to strike up a few conversations with some of the other guests. It was a surreal experience, being in a room filled with people who were all involved in criminal activities, but I couldn't deny that I was having a good time.

As the night wore on, I noticed that Stephano was getting increasingly tense. He was constantly checking his phone and whispering to his business partners , and I could tel